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Cervus nippon ?Alternative name:
Sika Deer
Japanese Deer
Spotted Deer
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sika_deer
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yezo_sika_deer
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sichuan_sika_deer
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vietnamese_sika_deer
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manchurian_sika_deer

July: Antlers reach peak growth.

Safe for humans. May show aggression during rutting season. Important game for sport and commercial hunting. Used in traditional cuisine of native countries. Meat valued for tenderness and flavor.
Inhabits South and Southeast Asia. Active at dusk and night. Feeds on grass, leaves, and fruits.
Rifle hunting Ambush hunting Stalking and calling hunting
Best hunting times are early morning and evening. Use natural bait and calls for attraction. Watch weather — deer are active on cool days.
Quick field dressing and cooling of meat. Careful skinning. Meat is safe when properly cooked. Possible parasites if eaten raw.
Backstrap: Grilling, braising
Hind leg: Roasting, boiling
Shoulder: Braising, ground meat
Slow-braised spotted deer with vegetables (Slow braising)
Meat is tender and flavorful
1. Cut meat into cubes.
2. Brown with onions and carrots.
3. Add tomatoes and spices.
4. Braise 1.5-2 hours until tender.
5. Serve with potato side dish.
Grilled spotted deer steaks (Grilling)
Quick cooking, juicy
1. Marinate steaks with garlic and rosemary.
2. Grill 3-4 minutes per side.
3. Serve with vegetable salad.
Spotted deer stew with mushrooms (Braising)
Rich flavor
1. Cut meat into cubes.
2. Brown with onions and mushrooms.
3. Add broth and spices.
4. Braise 2 hours until tender.
5. Serve with pasta or potatoes.